How far is Haverford, PA from Whitaker, PA?
The driving distance from Haverford, PA to Whitaker, PA is about 285 miles (458.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244 miles (392.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Haverford and Whitaker.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverford and Whitaker.
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Start on the route
3 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Winsor Lane
105 m · 14 sec · Winsor Lane
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Turn right onto Woodside Road
525 ft · 21 sec · Woodside Road
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Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Montgomery Avenue
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Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · New Gulph Road
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Continue on Old Gulph Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Old Gulph Road
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Continue on South Gulph Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Gulph Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
1226 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Schuylkill Expressway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Schuylkill Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
632 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
1447 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Mall Boulevard
1331 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
533 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Schuylkill Expressway
2317 ft · 53 sec · Schuylkill Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: Harrisburg
1919 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
259.7 mi · 4 hr 43 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
3215 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Pittsburgh
1611 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn left onto Lincoln Way
6.2 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Way
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
2635 ft · 1 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Duquesne
1254 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
2306 ft · 39 sec · McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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Continue on South Duquesne Avenue
2202 ft · 50 sec · South Duquesne Avenue
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Continue on Duquesne Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · Duquesne Boulevard
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Continue on Kennywood Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kennywood Boulevard
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Turn left onto Mifflin Road
763 ft · 23 sec · Mifflin Road
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Continue on Mifflin Street
928 ft · 27 sec · Mifflin Street
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Turn right onto Whitaker Way
159 m · 19 sec · Whitaker Way
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Turn left onto Hamilton Street
1044 ft · 46 sec · Hamilton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hamilton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Haverford and Whitaker.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
260 mi · 04h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Haverford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Whitaker.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Haverford to Whitaker?
The road trip is about 285 miles (458.6 km) and usually takes 05h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.2 miles from Haverford and 142.7 miles from Whitaker.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244 miles (392.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 41 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:54 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.51 one way or $83.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Haverford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Whitaker.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lurgan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Haverford and Whitaker. Straight-line distance: 243.93 mi (392.56 km).
#1 Haverford
A borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 49,547 |
| Coordinates | 40.0131700, -75.2943500 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whitaker
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,225 |
| Coordinates | 40.3984000, -79.8897700 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whitaker (-79.88977, 40.3984)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 459 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $41.51 | $83.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $46.73 | $93.45 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $50.33 | $100.67 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $60.76 | $121.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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